Osun-Osogbo Festival Celebrated
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Nigeria's annual Osun-Osogbo Festival, a symbol of Yoruba culture and heritage, is underway with heavy security. A 10-year-old girl carried the sacred calabash for the first time, marking a significant moment in the cultural event.
Osun-Osogbo Festival symbolises Yoruba culture, says Adeleke
Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has lauded the annual Osun-Osogbo Festival, calling it a potent symbol of Yoruba culture and an invaluable heritage that underscores the historic bond between the people of Osogbo and the sacred Osun River. Adeleke extended his felicitations to the Ataoja of Osogbo, Oba Jimoh Olanipekun Oyetunji, and all Osogbo indigenes, both at home and abroad, during the fest…
10-year-old carries sacred calabash for first time at Nigeria's Osun-Osogbo Festival
The annual Osun-Osogbo Festival in Osogbo, Osun State, Nigeria, saw a significant moment as 10-year-old Princess Alimot Osunbunmi carried the sacred calabash for the first time. Known as the Arugba, t…
Heavy security at Osun-Osogbo festival
The annual Osun-Osogbo festival commenced in Osogbo, Nigeria, under a heavy security presence, reflecting concerns over recent violence in the region. Armed police operatives and military personnel we…
Osun-Osogbo festival: Police assure residents, visitors of adequate security
The Osun State Police Command has issued a strong assurance of comprehensive security measures for the upcoming 2026 Osun-Osogbo Festival. Commissioner of Police Ibrahim Gotan pledged the command's co…